Voice-Over Talent
Do you know what the second largest search engine in the world is? If you said YouTube, you are correct. The wild popularity of YouTube is confirmation of the fact that video outperforms other forms of content.
From YouTube to IGTV to eLearning sites like Udemy and Lynda, videos are exploding online. A considerable portion of these videos requires a voice-over or VO. If you’ve got a great speaking voice, you could use your gift to create an exciting and profitable career as a Voice-Over Talent VBO!
DESCRIPTION
Voice-over talents can work for a variety of media, including everything from YouTube videos and commercials to audiobooks and online courses. VO talent VBOs may work with a single client or multiple clients in a variety of industries. Becoming a highly paid VO artist requires a good voice, but that’s not all. You must be able to read a script and adapt your tone to accurately portray intended emotions. In some instances, you may be required to speak in other languages. You'll also need good recording equipment, a focused marketing effort, and a strong VBO Network.
Here are just a few reasons you should consider becoming a Voice-Over VBO:
Here is an example of a VBO Niche for a Voice-Over Talent
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Primary Niche
Voice-Over Talent
SUB Niche
Voice-Over Talent For YouTube Videos
VBO Niche
Voice-Over Talent For Educational Programs On YouTube
We provide some great resources to help you get up and running as a Voice-Over Talent. If you have questions about becoming a Voice-Over Talent, feel free to head over to our Groups and ask there!
TASKS
PAY
Our research shows the hourly rate charged by Voice-Over VBOs ranges from $20.00 to $80.00. However, the majority seemed to land in the $30.00 to $50.00 per hour range. Factors affecting this variance include geographic location, experience, and level of expertise.
BLOGS
The Voice-Over Roadmap
The Voice-Over Roadmap is a blog for Voice-Over Talent and those interested in joining the industry. They offer advice on starting, marketing, and growing your business as a VO talent.
Voices
Voices is a blog that offers information on Voice-Over acting for both talent and clients. They also keep readers updated on new and improved recording software for the industry.
Edge Studio
Edge Studio’s Voice-Over Education Blog is designed for anyone investigating, starting, and building their voice-over career. They provide practical information about the industry to help visitors avoid the trial and error associated with pursuing and building a VO career.
COURSES
Udemy
Udemy is a great site for VBOs to sharpen their skills. Their classes typically range from $10.00 - $200.00. However, they are known to have frequent sales with virtually all lessons available for as low as $10.00.
Skillshare
Skillshare is an online learning community with classes that are often helpful for VBOs focused on design, business, tech, and more.
Lynda
Lynda has been around a long time and might just be one of the granddaddies of online training. Pretty much all courses are well-vetted and professionally done. While their courses may be a little more expensive, they are top quality. Since they were recently acquired by LinkedIn, some premium accounts get access to Lynda at no additional charge, which is a great deal.
